About Founder

Integrated Care Specialist: Nephrology, Diabetology, and Internal Medicine

Dr. Vaibhav Dharap

Specialization
Nephrologist | Diabetologist | Consulting Physician
Education
Hospital Affiliations
Language

  • MBBS, MD, FCPS (Medicine)
  • FID (Diabetology UK)
  • FICN (Fellowship in Clinical Nephrology & Dialysis, Australia)

  • Rawoot Hospital, Shrivardhan
  • Shraddha Hospital, Mandangad

  • English | Marathi | Hindi

Clinical Focus:

KIDNEY

  • Electrolyte disturbances
  • Vasculitis
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Dialysis
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Kidney Stones
  • Counselling and Workup for Kidney Transplant
  • Nephritis
  • Nephrotic Syndrome
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease

DIABETES

  • Diagnosis and treatment of Diabetes
  • Diagnosis and Prevention of Diabetic complications like Diabetic Retinopathy and Diabetic Nephropathy
  • Treatment of Diabetic Complications
  • Diabetic Foot management

The Visionary Doctor

When he started his medical practice in Mumbai, he realized how the people of his hometown would have to travel all the way to Mumbai or Pune for dialysis and kidney treatments.

With a vision to provide quality, affordable and timely service to the people of Mahad, he set out to create a Nephrology center in Mahad. He is now known as a pioneering figure in the medical community with his first-class yet affordable hospitals in Mahad, Shrivardhan, and Mandangad.

Dr. Vaibhav Dharap, the founder of V Care Nursing Home & Nephron Dialysis Center was inspired to pursue a career in medicine by his father, Dr. Anil Dharap (MBBS), a practicing physician for the lasts four decades. As a child, Dr. Vaibhav observed his father counseling and caring for patients at his clinic in Mahad, which instilled in him a deep sense of compassion and a desire to make a difference in people’s lives.

Within couple of years of medical practice Dr. Vaibhav has become a respected medical professional known for his Patient-First Attitude, Focus on Quality, and Spirit of Transparency. His Patience, Resilience and Commitment to continual Self-Improvement enables his patients to get the best-advanced treatments.

Tryst with Nephrology

At the start of his medical career, he used to work as a clinical associate in the ICU division at Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai. During this time, he encountered every type of medical case which gave him in depth access to medicine and surgery. However, Nephrology intrigued him and he further explored his interest in the study of Kidneys during his fellowship at the Bombay Hospital.

The physiology and anatomy of the kidney fascinated him. He wanted to know more about the kidney-related diseases people face and how he could help them in their daily lives. He became the first Nephrologist to practice in the district of Raigad. The centers he established provides dialysis at subsidized prices to patients from economically weaker sections.

A Diabetologist and Nephrologist Par Excellence

Dr. Vaibhav is an expert in treating all forms of diabetes, including type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. He provides individualized treatment plans that incorporate dietary changes, prescription drugs, and insulin therapy.

He regularly organizes camps for patients to diagnose and detect diabetes-related complications. He is also skilled at managing diabetes-related problems such as retinopathy, neuropathy, renal diseases, and even cardiac-related conditions.

Learner & Knowledge Giver

One of the main objectives of his medical practice is to treat patients before they reach the chronic stage and hence, he conducts many awareness programs. He is regularly invited as a speaker to share his knowledge on diabetes and kidney care at various medical conferences and health camps. To stay updated with the latest trends in medical science, he attends national and international conferences and programs.

Friendly and Compassionate

From being a silent child who was a keen observer, Dr. Vaibhav has become a sincere medical professional who genuinely cares for his patients. He attends to them in the kindest manner and makes sure he is providing sufficient time. His friendly nature, brings comfort and ease to his patients and his soft-spoken nature makes him a much sought after doctor.

As a Rotarian, he also does his bit to serve the communities and improve healthcare access and quality for those in need. He believes in being himself for the people who believe in him. With the power of belief, he has managed to introduce the Raigad district to medical centers that provide systematic infrastructure and a professional & well-trained team.